Union Ministry of Home Affairs Launches Cyber Commandos Training with IITs and IIITs
Elevating Cybersecurity: MHA's Cyber Commandos Initiative
Union Ministry of Home Affairs is stepping up its cybersecurity measures by partnering with esteemed institutions like IIT Kanpur, IIT Madras, and IIIT Naya Raipur to train its first batch of cyber commandos. This program, set to launch on September 10, aims to create a specialized team responsible for securing Information and Communication Technologies (ICT), incident preparedness, and digital forensic activities.
Comprehensive Training for a Safer Future
With the alarming rise of cyber fraud affecting millions of Indians, the selected candidates—nearly 350 from various state police forces—will undergo intensive training to enhance their capabilities in responding to cyberattacks. Officials point out that Maharashtra and Telangana have faced significant losses, highlighting the urgency of this initiative.
- Institutions Involved:
- IIT Kanpur
- IIT Madras
- IIIT Naya Raipur
- Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel National Police Academy, Hyderabad
- NFSU Delhi
- NFSU Gandhinagar
This program marks a significant step in India's battle against cybersecurity challenges.
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